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Friday, September 11, 2015
MassBudget: Analyzing Education and Transportation Tax Reform Proposal
FHS Football preview
The FHS Football team opens the season tonight with a game at Arlington at 7:00 PM.
Hockomock Sports has published their preview of the Hockomock League teams. We can share the FHS football team preview here:
FRANKLIN
2014 Record: 5-6
2014 Finish: Missed playoffs
Coach: Brad Sidwell
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"Key/Returning Players: Ben Riggs SR. 6-3, 300,OL/DL; Joe Giacolone SR 6-2, 270, OL/DL; Nick Yelle SR. 5-9, 180, LB/RB; Luke Gordon SR. 6-1, 175, WR/DB; Sam Harrell SR. 6-0, 180, WR/DB; Jake Lyons JR. 5-10, 190, RB/DB; Tyler Gomes JR. 6-1, 210, FB/DE; Brad Jarosz JR QB; Will O’Reilly SR. WR/DB; Eddie Scannapieco WR/DB
Outlook: The Panthers come into 2015 lacking varsity experience in a lot of places, but with more depth at the skill positions and improved play at the line of scrimmage that has head coach Brad Sidwell entering his 20th season with hopes of getting Franklin into the tournament after back-to-back 5-6 seasons. He said, “Not a lot of experience, but many have been progressing through the sub varsity programs.[We] will play physical football.”
The Panthers will be starting a new quarterback this season with junior Brad Jarosz expected to take over under center and he will have plenty of weapons to use in Franklin’s typically up-tempo offense. Nick Yelle will be in the backfield along with Jake Lyons, while Sam Harrell, Will O’Reilly, Luke Gordon and Eddie Scannapieco are all back on the outside. "
Continue reading the Franklin preview and all the other team previews for the Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/football-2015-kelley-rex-division-preview-2/
and the Davenport Division here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/football-2015-davenport-division-preview/
The TC Insider - Tri-County Newsletter
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In the News: deputy chief sworn in, Dean opens for 150th year
The town's new deputy police chief took the oath of office Wednesday night in front of friends, family and fellow officers.
Thomas Lynch, formerly a lieutenant with the department, was sworn in by Town Clerk Deborah Pellegri at that evening's Town Council meeting.
After the oath was administered, Lynch spoke briefly about the new position.
"I will do my best to provide quality service to the town of Franklin," he said. "I want to thank the mentors I've had throughout my law enforcement career. I will continue to seek their advice and counsel when the need arises."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150910/NEWS/150919051/1994/NEWS
Dean College began its 150th year this week, welcoming both returning students and a freshman class of more than 500.
The college's official move-in day was Sept. 7 - Labor Day - and classes began Sept. 8.
Gregg Chalk, the college's vice president of marketing and business development, said a number of changes and new initiatives awaited students, including a partnership with the Kraft Sports Group, which owns the New England Patriots and New England Revolution. The agreement features degree programs in such fields as arts and entertainment management, sports management and security management.
"We'll be running courses at Gillette Stadium, and our students will have a lot of interaction with their personnel," Chalk said. "They'll get to see what goes on from that perspective."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150910/NEWS/150919060/1994/NEWS
Thursday, September 10, 2015
Update: Candidates for the Franklin Election on Nov 3
Very little change in the most recent update from the Town Clerk's office as of close of business on Wednesday, Sep 9.
The last date to take out papers is Monday, Sep 14. The last date to return signed papers is Wednesday, Sep 16.
The ballot should get finalized in the week to 10 days after the 16th as the certification of signatures is completed.
The remainder of the election timeline leading to Nov 3rd can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/07/calendar-for-biennial-town-election.html
The last date to take out papers is Monday, Sep 14. The last date to return signed papers is Wednesday, Sep 16.
The ballot should get finalized in the week to 10 days after the 16th as the certification of signatures is completed.
The remainder of the election timeline leading to Nov 3rd can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/07/calendar-for-biennial-town-election.html
| POSITION | NAME | Total |
| Assessor | Donna Greenwood | |
| Thomas P. Gleavy | ||
| W.Kenneth Norman | ||
| Assessor Total | 3 | |
| Bd. Of Health | Donald G. Ranieri, Jr. | |
| Gail P. Chirdon | ||
| Philip M. Brunelli | ||
| Tara E. Gurge | ||
| Bd. Of Health Total | 4 | |
| Constable | Daniel J. McCahill | |
| John S. Power | ||
| Philip M. Brunelli | ||
| Constable Total | 3 | |
| Planning Bd | Gregory Giardino | |
| Gregory T. Rondeau | ||
| John F. Carroll | ||
| Mikel G. DeFrancesco | ||
| William D. David | ||
| Planning Bd Total | 5 | |
| School Com. | Anne K. Bergen | |
| Cynthia J. Douglas | ||
| Denise L. Schultz | ||
| John S. Jewell, PHD | ||
| Kevin P. O'Malley | ||
| Mary Jane Scofield | ||
| Rita M. Graci | ||
| Trevor A. Clement | ||
| Vanessa A. Bilello | ||
| School Com. Total | 9 | |
| Town Clerk | Diane M. Padula-O'Neill | |
| Elizabeth F. Simon | ||
| Paul J. Cheli | ||
| Teresa M. Burr | ||
| Town Clerk Total | 4 | |
| Town Council | Andrew M. Bissanti | |
| Brett S. Feldman | ||
| Deborah L. Pellegri | ||
| Glenn F. Jones | ||
| James D. Schultz, Jr. | ||
| James V. Gianotti, Jr. | ||
| Judith Pond Pfeffer | ||
| Matthew T. Kelly | ||
| Peter E. Padula | ||
| Richard W. Power, Sr. | ||
| Robert D. Dellorco | ||
| Robert R. Vallee | ||
| Sean P. Slater | ||
| Thomas D. Mercer | ||
| Town Council Total | 14 |
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The "election collection" can be found here
Floral Design Classes Begin Next Week
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FHS vs Oliver Ames results in sports action on Wednesday
From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the FHS girls soccer game vs. Oliver Ames (a tie), boys soccer (a loss) and volleyball (a win).
Girls Soccer
Last year, when Franklin and Oliver Ames met in the first game of the girls’ soccer season, the Panthers dominated with a number of scoring chances that weren’t put away. In the end, keeper Dani Lonati saved the Panthers from those wasted chances by stopping a late penalty kick and earning a point.
This year, the roles were reversed in the second half at Muscato Stadium. Oliver Ames dominated the ball in the second half, pushing forward, and controlling the center of the pitch, but struggled to put away the chances that it created.
In the dying seconds, sophomore goalie Regan Benton made her third huge save of the half, diving out at the feet of Meg Adams, to stop a breakaway and ensure the battle of reigning league champions finished 0-0.
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| Regan Benton makes a save against Franklin. The sophomore made several key stops to preserve a 0-0 draw. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com) |
Continue reading the article online
http://www.hockomocksports.com/benton-saves-day-oa-and-franklin-end-in-stalemate/
Boys Soccer
Oliver Ames, 2 @ Franklin, 0 – Final –
OA sophomore Cameron Vella and senior Chris Romero scored second half goals to lift the Tigers. Max Bamford and Romero each had an assist in the game. Head coach John Barata said Keegan Nutt and Nathaniel Cardoza played great in the middle. Jack Carroll recorded his first career shutout for OA.
Volleyball
Oliver Ames, 1 @ Franklin, 3 – Final –
Franklin senior Hannah Chase had six aces and three kills, Aubrie Kutil had six kills, sophomore Meaghan Maguire collected four blocks and Dayna McCue had six digs and an ace.
For all the results around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-090915/
Franklin Federated Church plans colorful kickoff - Sep 13
Franklin Federated Church is planning to kick off the program year on Sunday, Sept. 13, with a splash of color. As part of the 10 AM worship service, a rainbow flag will be hung outside the front door and dedicated. It will join the new rainbow marker that has been added to the church's front lawn sign.
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"We welcome all those who come to worship God and declare ourselves to be open to all for participation in the full life and ministry of the church regardless of age, ethnicity, faith background, mental abilities, physical abilities, or sexual orientation & gender identity." (read the entire statement at: franklinfederated.org/visit-welcome-and-affirming/)
The Sept. 13th service is called Reaffirmation Sunday. Fall is a time of reconnecting, so this day is an opportunity for everyone to refresh their spiritual connection and for church members to reaffirm their commitment to the church. The 10 AM service will include Communion (all are invited to partake) and will be followed by a picnic on church grounds.
Reaffirmation Sunday also marks the kickoff of the church's program year, and includes:
An opportunity, prior to worship, for children in preschool through middle school to register for Sunday school, which will begin meeting on Sept. 20.
A chance for people of all ages to sign up for a Connect group. These are groups that meet weekly for 10 weeks around shared interests, such as art, nature, playing Scrabble, watching and discussing movies, and more.
Franklin Federated Church is located at 171 Main Street, across from the corner of the Common. There is a handicapped access ramp leading from the driveway at the left of the church into the Sanctuary. There are large print bulletins, hearing assistance devices and activity bags for children all available for use during the service.
All are welcome. To learn more, visit franklinfederated.org or.facebook.com/franklinfederated. You can also stop in to Pastor Charley Eastman's office hours at Panera Bakery on Thursday, Sept. 10, between 8:30 and 10:30 AM, or contact the church at (508) 528-3803.
In the News: man to be charged, Horace Mann statue funded
The local man whose alleged threats to set fire to or blow up his house that led to a neighborhood evacuation Tuesday will be facing charges for the incident, police said.
The 43-year-old man, whom police declined to identify Wednesday afternoon because he was still receiving health services, will likely be facing charges of disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, making a false bomb threat and possessing an infernal machine, said Deputy Chief Thomas Lynch.
The incident took place at around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, according to a police release, after the department received a report that the School Street resident had been threatening to harm himself and others.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150909/NEWS/150906534/1994/NEWS
The Town Council has voted to allocate $46,000 to a project to build a statue of Horace Mann, securing the final piece of funding needed to honor the man known as the father of public education.
The council at its meeting Wednesday night opted to transfer $28,000 from the Adelbert Thayer Trust and $18,000 from the Austin Fletcher Trust to the effort, which would place the statue at 150 Emmons St.
Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting noted that State Rep. Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin, had secured $50,000 in state funding for the $96,000 project. He said the $46,000 transferred Wednesday would come from trust funds established to assist the town.
"It wouldn't be taxpayers' money, and it would come from interest earned on the trust funds," he said.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150909/NEWS/150906487/1994/NEWS
Cruisin' for a Cure Car Show - Sep 12
The 7th Annual Cruisin' for a Cure Car Show is scheduled for Saturday, Sep 12 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Benchmark Senior Living Center 4 Forge Hill Road.
All proceed from the event to benefit the Alzheimer's Assoc
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Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Live reporting: to closing
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
thanks to the police and fire for the action yesterday on the School St issue
looking to get three fire fighters to replace 2 and anticipate a retirement
now have a Facebook page for the Town
will hook up
Oak St is only temporarily paved
looking to move the Rec Dept by the end of next week
web and phones down for move
Nutting - in order to meet his request, would have to declare surplus and abandoning a portion of a pubic way, doesn't meet the intent of public property. Sets a bad precedent from a public policy perspective
L. OLD BUSINESS
water did seep into the structure, does require maintenance on a regular basis
may need to cover it up would keep kids off during the winter
it took an awful long time to get them to repair, the kids are out there constantly
would need to provide notice if it is covered
M. NEW BUSINESS
you heard Jeff's comments
he would need a variance and the recommendation was to make an inlaw housing rather than dual property
would need to do title search, would need to draw plans, would have to incur those costs
Kelly - sometimes we need to sit down with the home owner and the building commissioner
Cerel - you don't know what kind of pandora's box you are opening here, my legal advice would be this is a slippery slope
Bissanti - we can't talk about Pandora's box every time
can't apply for a duplex or inlaw, would not get approved for it
town took it in 1940, I am looking to take it back
my brother needs the help
Pfeffer - I think it is a bad use of the public property
The neighbor doesn't want the improvement because it would raise their taxes
Padula - there may be other avenues for this,
There are other options that are available
Refer to new business is only thing that can be done to resolve this
Vallee - proposing to get Partners HealthCare to get an urgent care facility for the town
Carewell is part of the site plan being presented on Sep 14
Medico is going in next to Starbucks
Pfeffer - sidewalk and utility poles
Nutting - we do have a commitment
Pfeffer - work on Wachusett St for the parking lot
property at 48 Arlington, doing work spruced up and it looks great
solar panels at Parmenter are not working
cellar leak at Parmenter
O. EXECUTIVE SESSION
P. ADJOURN
motion to adjourn
Live reporting: legislation for action
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
- Resolution 15-52: Order of Layout, Acceptance & Taking of a portion of Lewis Street, Currently a private way – Referral to Planning Board
discovered during the process of replacing the sewer lines, that the property had not been in the public way, property owners have approved
motion to refer, seconded, passed 9-0
- Resolution 15-53: Funding Horace Mann Statue
transfer of small sums from two trust funds for the Horace Mann statue
$50K from State budget, balance to be from the above trust funds
letter from Rep Roy read for the record
urging action and funding for the statue
Debbie Pellegri
everything has been said already
recognize the members of the committee
May 20th the Council appointed us to commission the statue
former Horace Mann high school is 150 Emmons St
do have the birthplace marker at the Shaw's Market Plaza
Roger Calarese, developer of the land will be putting in $150K of his own money for the landscaping
a business and community plan working together to put this statue
Maureen Sabolinski, School Superintendent
thank you for your consideration in this resolution
we look forward to the unveiling
Charlie
won't cost Mr and Mrs John Q Public anything from their pocket
it makes terrific sense
Lisa
if you have had a chance to read more about Horace as I have over the last few months
this project is really exciting
Mercer
the committee did lots of really good home work
4 or 5 sculptures came in and they make a really good choice
Padula
the fact that Roger donated $150K for this project speaks to the nature of his work
he didn't have to do that
Kelly
we knew he was the right guy for the job
especially as the next door neighbor, I can wait to see the new building up
Mr Calarese is before the planning board next week
RFP P&S is for Nov/Dec so likely spring construction
construction of the sculpture will take about a year
Bissanti
is the design chosen? yes, copy in agenda packet
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
- Resolution 15-55: Ratification of the Franklin Public Library Staff Association Contract
this is inline with the other agreements, language changes and
- Resolution 15-56: 2015 Amended Schedule of Town Council Meetings
as it is a holiday (Nov 11) moving to Nov 12
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment 15-750: Zoning Map Changes from Industrial to General Residential V District in an Area on or Near Dean Ave – 2nd Reading – 2/3 Vote
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 (via roll call)
in accordance with Master Plan recommendation
would ultimately eliminate the old factory down there and replace with residential
Kelly - this is a great opportunity for the downtown to create space for walking to the train
- Bylaw Amendment 15-751: Changes to Chapter 181, Wetlands Protection – 2nd Reading
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
recommended by Conservation Commission to streamline the process
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment 15-752: Nonconforming Buildings, Structures, and Uses – Referral to Planning Board
motion to refer, seconded, passed 9-0
allows flexibility, more so than the current wording today
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